Lindsay Long
About Lindsay Long
Lindsay Long is a Mechanical Utilities Operator with extensive experience in both the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition and Oak Ridge National Laboratory. A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, she has dedicated her career to advocating for veterans and supporting community initiatives, particularly for women veterans and breast cancer survivors.
Work at U.S. Global Leadership Coalition
Lindsay Long has served at the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition since 2011. As a USMC Veteran, she brings her military experience to the organization. Her role involves advocating for global engagement strategies that integrate non-military tools, reflecting her commitment to effective and comprehensive approaches in international relations.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Lindsay Long has been employed as a Mechanical Utilities Operator at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 1986. With over 38 years of experience in this role, she contributes to the laboratory's operations, ensuring efficient management of mechanical systems and utilities critical to research and development activities.
Background in Veterans Advocacy
Lindsay Long has a history of involvement in veterans advocacy. She served as a Committee Member and Benefits Subcommittee Chair for the Advisory Committee for Women Veterans from 2009 to 2012. In this capacity, she focused on issues affecting women veterans, contributing to policy discussions and initiatives aimed at improving their benefits and services.
Education and Training
Lindsay Long studied at Roane State Community College and Tennessee Wesleyan College. Her educational background supports her professional roles and community service efforts, particularly in advocating for veterans and women veterans.
Community Involvement with Casting for Recovery
Lindsay Long coordinates the East Tennessee program for Casting for Recovery, which supports breast cancer survivors through fly fishing retreats. This initiative highlights her commitment to community service and her focus on providing support to individuals facing health challenges.